Ethel Cofie: Building Africa’s Women in Tech Movement
A Ghanaian tech leader creating opportunities for women across Africa through digital transformation and community building.
From Corporate Tech to Ecosystem Builder
Ethel Cofie began her career in enterprise technology and consulting before identifying a major gap: the underrepresentation of women in Africa’s tech ecosystem.
She went on to found Edel Technology Consulting and later Women in Tech Africa, a pan-African network supporting women in digital skills, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
Building a Pan-African Movement
Through conferences, mentorship programs, and training initiatives, Ethel has helped create a connected ecosystem for women in technology across Africa.
Her work focuses on breaking barriers in STEM and ensuring women have access to opportunities in the digital economy.
“Entrepreneurship in Africa is about solving real problems and creating systems that empower others to rise with you.”
— Ethel Cofie, Founder - Women in Tech Africa